Plans to turn a derelict tennis court into a community space have been unveiled.
The abandoned courts at North Lodge Park, Cromer, could make way for a new multi-use space for pop-up markets and events.
The plans, submitted to North Norfolk District Council, would also see two new public toilets installed, as well as a community shed, 'horticultural hub' and polytunnel.
A 1950s bandstand on the site would be demolished.
The application has been submitted by Cromer Town Council and the Friends of North Lodge Park, following almost two years of discussion about what to do with the land.
A planning statement said: "The provision of a flexible multi-use space and economic activity will provide an additional draw to the eastern end of Cromer, boosting footfall through this part of the town.
"As part of this proposed development, some of the community facilities may be positioned in the park outside the confines of the hard surface.
"Funding for some of these developments would be provided by the Friends, using cafe profits, donations, and match funding from grant bodies."
Pat West, the mayor of Cromer, said the scheme was excellent news for the town and was pleased to see a planning application had been submitted at last.
"It's finally moving forward," he said.
"The town council is fronting it with the Friends of North Lodge Park.
"We are really excited about the projects that are going on there.
"The Community Shed is going to have premises on there, the Horticultural society, we are looking to have various activities, and hopefully markets.
"We just want to make sure that we have nothing that would clash with the town, we don't want to affect trade [in the centre]."
Mr West added that he hopes the community will support them in the plans.
At a council meeting in May 2022, Eric Seward, portfolio holder for finance and assets at NNDC, described the tennis courts as being in a “derelict” state.
A decision on the application will be made in due course.
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